Indulge in the comforting flavors of cinnamon and apple with this delightful cinnamon apple cake recipe. Perfect for any occasion, this moist and flavorful cake is sure to be a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples (such as Granny Smith or Fuji)
For the topping:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the cake batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve slices of the cinnamon apple cake on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat. Enjoy!
